Veer Kunwar Singh University (VKSU), Arrah, Bihar, offers full-time Ph.D. programs across various disciplines. Below is an overview of the Ph.D. admission process, entrance exams, selection criteria, and recruitment sectors for candidates interested in pursuing a Ph.D. at VKSU:
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must have a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
Candidates who have qualified for UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET, SLET, or GATE are often exempted from the entrance exam.
Application Process:
Applications are submitted online through the official VKSU website.
Candidates must fill out the application form, upload required documents, and pay the application fee.
VKSU Ph.D. Entrance Exam:
Candidates who do not have a valid NET/JRF/SLET/GATE score must appear for the university's Ph.D. Entrance Test.
The exam typically consists of two parts:
Research Methodology: Tests the candidate's understanding of research techniques and methodologies.
Subject-Specific Knowledge: Focuses on the candidate's expertise in the chosen field of study.
The exam is usually conducted in offline mode (pen-and-paper-based).
Entrance-Based Selection:
Candidates are shortlisted based on their performance in the entrance exam.
Those who qualify for the exam are called for an interview/viva voce conducted by the university.
Exemption from Entrance Exam:
Candidates with valid UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET, SLET, or GATE scores are exempted from the entrance exam and directly called for the interview.
Final Selection:
The final selection is based on the candidate's performance in the entrance exam (if applicable) and the interview.
After completing a Ph.D. from VKSU, candidates can explore various career opportunities in the following sectors:
Academic Sector:
Professors/Assistant Professors in universities and colleges.
Research scholars in academic institutions.
Research and Development (R&D):
Research roles in government and private research organizations.
Opportunities in scientific labs and innovation centers.
Government Sector:
Jobs in government research organizations like ISRO, DRDO, ICAR, etc.
Administrative roles in education and research departments.
Private Sector:
Research and consultancy roles in private companies.
Opportunities in industries related to the candidate's field of expertise.
Entrepreneurship:
Starting own ventures or consultancy firms based on research expertise.
Check the official VKSU website regularly for updates on Ph.D. admissions, entrance exams, and deadlines.
Prepare thoroughly for the entrance exam and interview, focusing on research methodology and subject-specific knowledge.
Candidates with NET/JRF qualifications have an advantage in the selection process.